Position No: 066/2026
Work Type: Permanent - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time
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- Full/Part-Time | Permanent Contract
- Level Seven (7) | *Salary: $112,068 - $119,079 per annum, plus superannuation
- Vacancy 066/2026
The opportunity
We are in the market for an experienced and qualified professional Town Planner who is passionate about your profession and enjoy the rewards of a good challenge.
The Senior Town Planner role forms an integral part of a busy team working in a growing City. With the support of Coordinator, you will be responsible for the assessment of complex applications for development approval, preparing Responsible Authority Reports for the Development Assessment Panel, Local Development Plans, represent the City at the State Administrative Tribunal and providing feedback on subdivision proposals, providing Planning advice to key stakeholders including the community.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree accredited by the Planning Institute of Australia
- Hold a current unrestricted “C-A” (Automatic) or “C-B” (Manual) class national drivers licence
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience undertaking a similar role
- Comprehensive understanding of the Western Australian planning system
- Comprehensive understanding of City of Mandurah’s local planning framework
- Interpretation and application of planning processes within Local Authorities
- Demonstrate knowledge of environmental matters and legislation
- Demonstrate an understanding of the concept of sustainability
For more information about the role please refer to the position description.
How to apply
Sound exactly like the sort of role for you? Great! To apply please visit our Careers page at www.mandurah.wa.gov.au. Further information can be obtained by calling Coordinator Statutory Planning & Lands Aaron Lucas on (08) 9550 3945.
Closing date
Applications for this position are open until a suitable pool of candidates is received. This means the vacancy may close without notice. If you are interested in this position, we highly recommend you apply as soon as possible.
Our commitment
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their background, identity, experience, ability or thinking style. If you need assistance during the application process for accessibility reasons this is available upon request.
We are committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation where protecting children and preventing harm is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees and volunteers.
Additional information
- While this role is targeted at an experienced and qualified planner, we also encourage applications from qualified people without the required years of experience and motivated cadets or students currently undertaking tertiary studies in Urban and Regional Planning or a related discipline. Applicants who are still completing their studies may be considered for appointment at a lower classification level, with remuneration commensurate with their qualifications, skills, and experience. Opportunities for progression will be available as qualifications and experience are gained.
- The salary for this role commences at step 1, with potential for movement within the range based on demonstrated skills and experience. Incremental progression typically occurs at the conclusion of each 12-month period, in accordance with the Industrial Agreement.
- This recruitment process may also be used to identify candidates for similar permanent or fixed-term opportunities that arise within the City over the next 12 months — offering you the chance to be considered for future roles that align with your skills and aspirations. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
- To support transparency and integrity, all employees of the City of Mandurah are required to declare any secondary employment to help us manage potential conflicts of interest appropriately.
- To read more about Working at the City of Mandurah please visit our Careers and Employment page.
Casey Mihovilovich
Chief Executive Officer
